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Meaning of "one and only" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF ONE AND ONLY

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WHAT DOES ONE AND ONLY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

One and Only

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Definition of one and only in the English dictionary

The definition of one and only in the dictionary is incomparable; unique. Other definition of one and only is the object of all one's love.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE ONE AND ONLY

one
one and all
one another
one by one
one false move and
one fell swoop
one foot in the grave
one for his nob
one for the road
one o´clock
one of these days
one on one
one or two
one size fits all
One Thousand Guineas
one to one
one way and another
one with another
one-act play
one-acter

WORDS THAT END LIKE ONE AND ONLY

chirurgeonly
commonly
cullionly
curmudgeonly
fonly
if only
lionly
matronly
once-only
only
patronly
read-only
sonly
the only
uncommonly
wantonly

Synonyms and antonyms of one and only in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «one and only» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF ONE AND ONLY

Find out the translation of one and only to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of one and only from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «one and only» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

仅有的一个
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

uno y solo
570 millions of speakers

English

one and only
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सिर्फ एक
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

و احد فقط
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

один единственный
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

primeira e única
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

এক এবং একমাত্র
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

le seul et unique
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

satu-satunya
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

der einzige
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

唯一無二の
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

한 만
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

siji lan siji-sijine
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

một và chỉ
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஒன்றே ஒன்று மட்டும்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

एकमेव
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

biricik
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

unico
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Jedyny
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

один єдиний
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

unul și numai
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

ένα και μόνο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

een en enigste
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

en och endast
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

en og bare
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of one and only

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ONE AND ONLY»

The term «one and only» is very widely used and occupies the 18.161 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «ONE AND ONLY» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «one and only» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «one and only» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about one and only

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10 QUOTES WITH «ONE AND ONLY»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word one and only.
1
Max Beckmann
Painting constantly appeared to me as the one and only possible achievement.
2
Ludwig Borne
Goodwill is the one and only asset that competition cannot undersell or destroy.
3
Martin Campbell
I felt 'Quantum of Solace' completely lost its way. We were lucky on 'Casino Royale:' it was the origin story of Bond. Bond had the one and only affair that meant anything to him, and affected him throughout the rest of the series.
4
Tracey Emin
I thought it would be my one and only exhibition, so I decided to call it My Major Retrospective.
5
Marshall Field
Good will is the one and only asset that competition cannot undersell or destroy.
6
Jeff Greenfield
In every debate, whatever the format, whatever the questions, there is one and only one way to identify the winner: Who commands the room? Who drives the narrative? Who is in charge?
7
Laura Haddock
I'm not the new Cameron Diaz. I'm not the new Keira Knightley, either. I don't know where these ideas come from. I'd rather be thought of as the one and only Laura Haddock. I'll happily settle for that.
8
Chuck Hagel
I'm not saying my idea is the one and only idea. We should have other ideas, but the president has not laid down a specific plan as to how he's going to get us to solvency. I do that.
9
Paul Harris
How strange it is that murder has the sanction of law in one and only one of the human relationships, and that is the most important of all, that of nation to nation.
10
Lactantius
For if the honour paid to Him is shared by others, He altogether ceases to be worshipped, since His religion requires us to believe that He is the one and only God.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ONE AND ONLY»

Discover the use of one and only in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to one and only and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The One and Only Ivan
Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, this illustrated novel is told from the point-of-view of Ivan himself.
Katherine Applegate, 2012
2
The One & Only
Thoughtful, funny, and brilliantly observed, The One & Only is a luminous novel about finding your passion, following your heart, and, most of all, believing in something bigger than yourself . . . the one and only thing that truly makes ...
Emily Giffin, 2014
3
Abby Carnelia's One and Only Magical Power
Kids will be dying to unearth their own magical powers after reading this whimsical debut by tech personality David Pogue.
David Pogue, Antonio Caparo, 2010
4
One and Only: The Untold Story of On the Road
The story of the girl who became the link between Kerouac and Cassady, helping to ignite the Beat Generation and inspire the character of Marylou in the Kerouac's novel On the road.
Gerald Nicosia, Anne Marie Santos, 2013
5
Their One and Only
"Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: mnage (m/f/m), violence."
Trista Ann Michaels, 2008
6
Parenting an Only Child: The Joys and Challenges of Raising ...
By a child-care authority and mother of an only child, this useful, knowledgeable book provides sound advice on creating an enriching environment that's stimulating and enjoyable for only children and their parents alike.
Susan Newman, 2001
7
Jesus, the One and Only
Based on the book of Luke, presents an in-depth look at the life of Jesus Christ that considers his ministry, miracles, and confrontation of corrupt religious leaders.
Beth Moore, 2013
8
The One and Only Stuey Lewis: Stories from the Second Grade
This hilarious collection of linked short stories, interspersed with sprightly line drawings, marks an impressive chapter book debut.
Jane Schoenberg, 2011
9
Jesus: 90 Days with the One and Only
Beth Moore's best-selling book on the life of Jesus is expanded and reintroduced with study questions, journal space, and durable keepsake packaging to further engage the author's growing audience.
Beth Moore, 2007
10
Soul Custody: Choosing to Care for the One and Only You
As Smith reminds readers, allowing God to shape the soul leads to the deep, full, and satisfying life that God had in mind all along. This is not a self-help book. It is not a book of easy steps to a happy life.
Stephen W. Smith, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ONE AND ONLY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term one and only is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Chesney returns to Chertsey for The One And Only gig
Chesney Hawkes. This summer The Crown pub welcomes - the one and only - Chesney Hawkes to Chertsey - his former home town. «Get Surrey, Jul 15»
2
Ted Cruz on the Senate floor: Mitch McConnell's a liar and our new …
Sample quote: “[This majority] does get things done, but it listens to one and only one voice: That is, the voice of the Washington cartel, of the ... «Hot Air, Jul 15»
3
Voices of Faith: The line drawn in the sand
If Jesus is not the one and only way to the Father, then he was a liar. Perhaps Jesus really believed all he said about himself. In John 8:58, ... «Chattanooga Times Free Press, Jul 15»
4
From Bob Corker to Obama, Iran Deal is 'Failure Theater' All the Way …
But now, Kerry is explicitly telling the Senate that his bad deal is better than no deal at all because the one and only alternative is a war with ... «Breitbart News, Jul 15»
5
Eye-popping numbers: Hall-of-Famer Randy Johnson's brilliant stint …
Johnson's time in Arizona was punctuated by four straight Cy Young Awards and the one and only World Series championship in 2001. «Arizona Sports, Jul 15»
6
Phillies-Cubs 5 things: First look at an exciting club
The Phillies begin their one and only series of the season at Wrigley Field this afternoon against one of the game's hottest pitchers. Here are ... «Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia, Jul 15»
7
Ant-Man -- Comedy and Action Combined
... provides superpowers, shrinking abilities and the control of an army of ants, Pym finds his talent, Scott Lang, to be the one and only "Ant-Man. «Huffington Post, Jul 15»
8
Mike Buzzelli
Since the discussion was about being P.C., I got to tell my one and only Caitlyn Jenner joke: “I, too, recently learned I was born in the wrong ... «Observer-Reporter, Jul 15»
9
Owning an NHL team; Babcock for mental health; Lindsay near 90 …
The one and only Ted Lindsay is still working out and looking buff as he gets ready to enter his 90s. [Detroit News]. • Toronto coach Mike ... «Yahoo Sports, Jul 15»
10
Father of the Panhandle settles near Claude
... time roam nearby, and historical Palo Duro Canyon can be seen in the distance, truly a site founded by the one and only, Charles Goodnight. «KFDA, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
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